Dejeah Hoffmann
Virginia Beach,VA
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pet Sitter
Cherie
Virginia Beach, Virginia
08.2024 - Current
- Provided attentive care for a variety of pets in home environments.
- Administered pet medications and special diets according to owner instructions.
- Provided regular updates to pet owners on health and behavior, fostering trust and transparency.
- Transported pets safely to veterinary appointments.
- Met with owners to gather pet care information and discuss pet sitting duties.
- Provided companionship to animals by playing with them or providing belly rubs.
- Executed pet care plans, medication protocols, and dietary guidelines to maintain high-quality care.
Babysitter
Courtney Dietrich
Elizabeth City, NC
06.2022 - Current
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Greeted parents upon arrival home from work and provided updates on the day's events.
- Built strong relationships with families to foster trust and rapport.
Homeshopper
Harris Teeter
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2021 - Current
- Fulfilled online grocery orders by efficiently picking and packing fresh produce, meats, dairy, and packaged goods while upholding store quality standards.
- Ensured order accuracy by carefully verifying items, substitutions, and quantities, reducing errors and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Provided timely customer service by addressing requests and resolving issues with professionalism, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Adhered to all food safety, sanitation, and company policies, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Worked with store team to streamline workflow and achieve daily order completion targets.
Babysitter
Jessica Lewis
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2021 - Current
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Reassured children when upset, fostering emotional stability and a supportive environment.
- Bathed, dressed, and assisted with teeth brushing during bedtime preparation.
- Maintain a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Establish trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Resolved sibling conflicts using conflict resolution techniques, promoting harmony and cooperation at home.
- Remaining alert at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Organized and cleaned playroom after activities to create a safe and inviting space for children.
Pet Sitter
Curt Lind
Henrico, NC
11.2021 - Current
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Ensured timely feedings, grooming sessions, and exercise routines for pets.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote a secure environment in owner's absence.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
- Conducted home visits to monitor pets, offering routine updates to assure owners of their pets' well-being.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Cultivated strong client relationships, resulting in repeat business and positive referrals.
Pool Attendant
Rich's Pool Service
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2023 - 09.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service to guests, resolving needs and concerns promptly to enhance overall guest experience.
- Conducted daily inspections of swimming areas for potential hazards or repair issues, ensuring safety and compliance standards were met.
- Oversaw inventory of pool equipment and supplies, ensuring consistent availability to support daily operations.
Server/Meat Server
Tucanos Brazillian Grill
Newport News, VA
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Attended to customer needs promptly, fostering personalized service to enhance satisfaction.
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously, ensuring high service quality during peak times.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining positive relationships and ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Education
Criminal Justice -
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC05-2027
No Degree -
Salem International University
WVNo Degree -
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VAHigh School Diploma -
Landstown High School
Virginia Beach, VASkills
- Animal care techniques
- Pet safety protocols
- Pet needs
- Guest service
- Customer service
- Situational adaptability
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Self-motivated initiative
- Strong communication skills
- Effective communication
- Empathy skills
- Dependable adaptability
Certification
- The Call: Serving Those with Behavioral and Cognitive Disabilities, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services Training Portal, 03/01/26
- Crime Reduction: Enforcement and Prevention Strategies, National Crime Prevention Institute, 03/01/26
- Drug Identification and Recognition: Hallucinogens, 04/20/26
- Postnatal Risks - How You Can Make a Difference, 04/20/26
References
- Channing Bradley-Wiley
- Curt Lind
- Jessica Lewis
- Courtney Dietrich
- Will Pascual
- Rich Kokoruda
- Alexandra Lhouse
Volunteer Experience
Hampton Roads Ramblers Organization/7City Grifins, Assisted with special events and programs., Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning., Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events., Represented the organization positively and professionally while providing the community with much-needed services., Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment., Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
Timeline
Pet Sitter
Cherie
08.2024 - Current
Pool Attendant
Rich's Pool Service
06.2023 - 09.2025
Babysitter
Courtney Dietrich
06.2022 - Current
Server/Meat Server
Tucanos Brazillian Grill
05.2022 - 04.2023
Homeshopper
Harris Teeter
11.2021 - Current
Babysitter
Jessica Lewis
11.2021 - Current
Pet Sitter
Curt Lind
11.2021 - Current
Criminal Justice -
Elizabeth City State University
No Degree -
Salem International University
No Degree -
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma -
Landstown High School